Thread by @NWSTwinCities

A significant winter storm remains on track to impact the region Tuesday afternoon through Thursday.

The heaviest snow & blizzard conditions are expected Wednesday afternoon through Thursday.

Significant travel impacts are anticipated until Friday. (1/6)
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The storm will come in two waves:
Moderate to heavy snow begins Tuesday afternoon & ends Wednesday morning.
A relative lull in the snow is expected during the day Wednesday.
The heaviest snow & blizzard conditions develop late Wednesday afternoon & continue through Thursday
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A foot of snow is almost guaranteed area-wide from both waves by the time snow ends Thursday. The Tuesday night/Wednesday morning phase will come as a narrower band of snow, which could miss far-southern MN & north-central MN & thus result in lower storm-total amounts.
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Snowfall amounts of 16-20" are most likely from central Minnesota into west-central Wisconsin where the heaviest snow from both waves is forecast to occur. Localized amounts around 2 feet (24") are possible.
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Gusty northwest winds over 40 mph will develop Wednesday afternoon as the heaviest snow begins with the second phase of this system.
Blizzard conditions are possible across open areas with many roads potentially remaining impassable into Friday.
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Significant travel impacts are expected Tuesday afternoon through Thursday.
There will be a few hours on Wednesday to clear snow & possibly get around, before the heaviest snow begins Wednesday afternoon through Thursday.

Prepare & plan ahead for these major disruptions!
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